Bird flu (known as HPAI) is widespread in wild birds and mammals but the risk of transmission to humans remains low. DEC continues to collaborate with the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets and NYSDOH - New York State Health Department and the Cornell Wildlife Health Lab on measures to prevent the spread of HPAI and is closely monitoring the occurrence and impact of HPAI in wildlife across the state. If you encounter a group of dead birds, there is a strong likelihood the birds are HPAI p